Chapter 176

Evelyn's POV I straightened my shoulders. "I could ask you the same question." "The Red Cedar Resort bidding," he said flatly. "Though I'm surprised to see you in real estate now." His companion, a petite brunette whose face seemed familiar, stood silently beside him. Something about her bothered me, like I'd seen her somewhere before. She smiled politely. I noticed Zeon wasn't there. As Calvin's Beta, he should have been here for something this important. "Where's Zeon?" I asked. "Isn't he usually with you for business matters?" Annoyance flashed across Calvin's face. "He had an allergic reaction to peanuts. Had to be hospitalized." That seemed odd. In all our years together, I'd never known Zeon to accidentally eat something he was allergic to. "That's unfortunate," I replied, not hiding my doubt. The elevator arrived with a soft ping, and I stepped in, disappointed when Calvin followed. The tension in the small space was suffocating. When the doors opened on the top floor, I nearly